System Administrator Jobs

Our client is looking for a System Administrator to maintain, upgrade and manage our software, hardware and networks. Resourcefulness is a necessary skill in this role. You should be able to diagnose and resolve problems quickly. You should also have the patience to communicate with a variety of interdisciplinary teams and users. Your goal will be to ensure that our technology infrastructure runs smoothly and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage network servers and technology tools
• Develop expertise to train staff on new technologies
• Ensure security through access controls, backups and firewalls
• Build an internal wiki with technical documentation, manuals and IT policies
• Monitor performance and maintain systems according to requirements
• Upgrade systems with new releases and models
• Set up accounts and workstations
• Install and configure software and hardware
• Troubleshoot issues and outages

Requirements

• BSc/Ba in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline; professional certification (e.g. Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)) is a plus
• Resourcefulness and problem-solving aptitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of system security (e.g. intrusion detection systems) and data backup/recovery
• Familiarity with various operating systems and platforms
• Experience with databases, networks (LAN, WAN) and patch management
• Proven experience as a System Administrator, Network Administrator or similar role
• Ability to create scripts in Python, Perl or other language

Benefits

• Enhanced sick pay
• Flexible working hours
• Gym membership
• Active support of continuous professional development
• Recruitment referral bonus scheme
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Unlimited holiday